History Test Paper

Section A: Short Answer Questions

1. Transatlantic Slave Trade

○ What was the Transatlantic Slave Trade, and which regions were involved in the
triangular trade? (3 marks)

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○ Explain the Middle Passage and its conditions. (4 marks)

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○ Describe one economic impact of the Transatlantic Slave Trade on Britain. (3

marks)

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2. British Empire
○ Define the British Empire. (2 marks)

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○ Identify two major colonies of the British Empire and explain their significance. (4
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 ○ How did the British Empire facilitate global trade during its peak? (4 marks)

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3. Life in India before the British

○ Describe the social structure of India before British colonization. (3 marks)

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○ What were the primary economic activities in India before British rule? (3 marks)

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○ Explain the role of local kingdoms and empires in pre-British India. (4 marks)

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4. British in India
○ When did the British East India Company begin its rule in India? (2 marks)

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○ Discuss the economic policies implemented by the British in India. (4 marks)

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○ What was the significance of the Sepoy Mutiny of 1857? (4 marks)

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5. India Independence
○ Who were the key leaders in the Indian independence movement? Name at least
two and their contributions. (4 marks)

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○ When did India gain independence, and what were the main events leading up to
it? (4 marks)

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○ Explain the impact of World War II on the Indian independence movement. (4

marks)

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6. Impacts of British Rule in India

○ Describe two positive impacts of British rule in India. (4 marks)

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○ Describe two negative impacts of British rule in India. (4 marks)

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○ How did British rule affect India's economy? (4 marks)

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Section B: Essay Questions

Choose one of the following topics and write a comprehensive essay. (20 marks)

1. Transatlantic Slave Trade:

○ Analyze the origins, operations, and consequences of the Transatlantic Slave
Trade. Discuss the roles of different countries involved and the long-term impacts
on Africa, Europe, and the Americas.
2. British Empire and India:
○ Discuss the establishment of British rule in India, focusing on the economic,
social, and political changes it brought. Evaluate both the positive and negative
impacts of British colonization on Indian society and its legacy.
3. Indian Independence Movement:
○ Examine the causes, major events, and key figures of the Indian independence
movement. Discuss the strategies used by Indian leaders to achieve
independence and the challenges faced during the transition to self-rule.

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Instructions:

● Answer all questions in Section A.

● Choose and answer one question from Section B.
● Write your answers clearly and concisely.
● Manage your time effectively to complete all sections.

Total Marks: 100